Full story: https://grafa.com/news/technology-u-s--justice-department-sues-to-block-hpe-s--14b-juniper-networks-acquisition-361721 The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit to block Hewlett Packard Enterprise's (NYSE:HPE) proposed $14 billion acquisition of networking gear maker Juniper Networks (NYSE:JNPR)

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/health-cargo-therapeutics-shares-fall-to-record-low-on-cancer-drug-trial-halt-361696 Shares of Cargo Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CRGX) plunged 77.4% to a record low of $2.99 on Thursday after the company announced it was halting a mid-stage clinical trial for its cancer treatment due to severe side effects. The trial was discontinued following reports of serious adverse reactions in s

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/industrials-international-paper-shares-drop-after-disappointing-q4-earnings-361684 Shares of International Paper Company (NYSE:IP) fell as much as 6% to $54.49 on Thursday after the company reported weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter results, citing slowing demand and higher costs. The packaging giant faced softening demand for its i

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/financial-lazard-surpasses-expectations-with-strong-q4-earnings-361682 Lazard (NYSE:LAZ) announced its fourth-quarter financial results on Thursday, reporting a net income of $86.3 million. The firm’s earnings per share stood at 80 cents, surpassing analysts’ expectations. Adjusted for non-recurring gains, earnings came in at 78 cents per share. Analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research had forecasted earnings of 51 cents per share, making Lazard’s performance a s

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/financial-first-merchants-corp--exceeds-expectations-with-strong-q4-earnings-361560 First Merchants Corp. (NASDAQ:FRME) reported robust fourth-quarter earnings on Thursday, surpassing Wall Street expectations and demonstrating continued financial strength. The Muncie,

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-glassnode-warns-bitcoin-approaches-critical-market-turning-point-347927 Glassnode has issued a warning regarding a significant shift in Bitcoin's (CRYPTO:BTC) market dynamics.  The analysis firm indicates that Bitcoin (BTC) is nearing a pivotal moment that may signal the end of its recent upward trend.  Key indicators to monitor inclu

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/retail-unibail-rodamco-westfield-sells-25--stake-in-prague-shopping-centre-346428 Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (ASX:URW) announced the sale of a 25% stake in Centrum Černý Most, a premier shopping centre in Prague, Czech Republic. The stake has been sold to Upvest and RSJ Investments, marking the formation of a long-term joint venture. The Prague-based shopping centre, one of the city's leading retail destinations, is currently undergoing a 9,000sqm extension project slated for completion in 2026. The newly formed partnersh

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/technology-anthropic-to-raise--2b-in-deal-valuing-the-startup-at--60b-344850 Artificial intelligence (AI) startup Anthropic is on the cusp of a massive valuation leap, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. Citing sources familiar with the matter, the Journal reported that Anthropic is in advanced talks to secure $2 billion in funding, propelling the company's valuation to a staggering $60 billion.   This news comes amidst fierce competition within the AI

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/health-moderna-stock-soars-after-first-u-s--bird-flu-death-reported-344829 Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) shares surged over 10% on Tuesday, leading gains in the S&P 500, following the announcement of the first bird flu-related death in the United States. The biotech company is currently developing a vaccine for the H5N1 avian influenza strain. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed on

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-dormant-bitcoin-wallets-awaken-on-christmas-after-years-of-inactivity-338798 On December 25, 2024, during a quieter holiday market, Bitcoin’s ( CRYPTO:BTC) price hovered at $99,092, while several dormant wallets moved significant amounts of Bitcoin after lying untouched for years. One notable example involved 20.55 Bitcoins, last active on

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-lens-blockchain-raises--31m-for-socialfi-mainnet-launch-in-2025-335499 Lens, a layer-2 blockchain by Avara, has secured $31 million in a funding round led by Lightspeed Faction. The funds will support scaling its network infrastructure ahead of its anticipated mainnet launch on Ethereum in early 2025. Lens is designed to cater to SocialFi applications, incorporating customisable features like accounts, usernames, graphs, feeds, and groups. It als

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/mining-minbos-resources-secures--4-4m-placement-to-drive-key-projects-332313 Minbos Resources (ASX:MNB) has secured firm commitments to raise approximately $4.4 million through a placement to sophisticated and professional investors. The placement involves issuing around 62.9 million fully paid ordinary shares at 7 cents per share. The funds raised will support the ongoing development of key projects, including the Cabinda Phosphate Project, the Lobito di

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/mining-lodestar-minerals-unveils-new-exploration-targets-at-darwin-iron-oxide-copper-gold-project-332243 Lodestar Minerals (ASX:LSR) has identified new exploration targets at its 3,100-hectare Darwin Iron Oxide Copper-Gold Project in northern Chile. The site is located 75 km southwest of Copiapó, with potential high-grade copper and gold mineralisation confirmed by historical wo

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-japan-considers-bitcoin-reserve-and-doge-inspired-policies-332379 Japanese lawmaker Satoshi Yamada has called for the exploration of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) as part of efforts to strengthen Japan’s financial markets and its economic position. On December 11, Yamada submitted a formal request to the Jap

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/agriculture-murray-cod-australia-secures--43m-deal-for-expansion-and-projects-332235 Murray Cod Australia (ASX:MCA) announced financial development, securing a $43 million funding deal with Westpac (ASX:WBC). The extensive finance package includes a $30 million term loan facility, a $10 million overdraft facility, and a

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-bitcoin-price-2025-target-could-reach--461k-332198 Bitcoin's (CRYPTO:BTC) price target for the 2025 cycle could start at $175,000 and rise to as high as $461,000, according to market analysis by Danny Marques, a Bitcoin mining industry researcher. Marques based his forecast on past Bitcoin cycles, examining the po

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/agriculture-inghams-names-new-ceo-332225 Inghams Group (ASX:ING) announced that Andrew Reeves, current CEO and Managing Director, will retire in mid-2025. Edward Alexander, the current CEO of Inghams' New Zealand business, will succeed him after a thorough global search. Helen Nash, Chair of Inghams, praised Reeves for his leadership since 2021, stating, "Andrew has done an exc

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/cryptocurrencies-uae-bank-invests-in-zodia-custody-to-embrace-crypto-trend-332167 Emirates NBD has invested in Zodia Custody, a cryptocurrency custody service under Standard Chartered, to expand its digital asset offerings in the UAE. While the exact amount of the investment remains undisclosed, the collaboration aims to enhance Zodia Custody's operations and help bridge the gap between traditional financial services and the growing digital asset market. Zodia Custody is recognised for its secure, compliant solutions for

Full story: https://grafa.com/news/mining-golden-mile-resources-reports-strong-rock-chip-results-from-odyssey-prospect-332289 Golden Mile Resources (ASX:G88) announced results from its recent rock chip sampling programme at the Odyssey prospect, part of the Pearl Copper Project in Arizona, USA. The assays revealed impressive mineralisation, with silver grades up to 312 g/t, copper at 15.2%, zinc at 24.8%, and lead at 12.65%. Mineralisation was identified across multiple